METV definitely helped. I had it before my current visa and at every renewal and extension I was praised for having a proper visa. 😂

@Bob *********

they expect it take a month or two and it’ll be back to normal 😂

@Alex ********

also you said CAR. motorcyclist will face much more scrutiny

If that happens to be the case. So always good to stay licensed just in case no matter where.

@Pyper ********

highly suggest reading Thailands laws and customs before committing to long term living, there might be some things you’re surprised about if you think the USA is strict.

@Bob *********

how dare them suggest following the law

@George’s *********************

that’s a common sell banks push. Go to an agent and just pay the fee instead in that case

@Robert ********

something tells me we will still never run out of places to drink 🤣

Don’t forget the broke, 25 and ready to throw it all away and move to Thailand to work at a bar

@Etincelle *********

Already did mate. Travelled in and out from January 12 to mid August on a METV and was told by immigration that I had the "correct tourist visa". 🤣 Then I got my long term visa and haven't left yet. I would only have had trouble if I were abusing the visa exempt entry or doing something wrong. You can't just keep getting METV over and over by the way lol. I wasn't, we were tourist till we decided to stay in June. Two months later we were all set on a long term visa. 🤷‍♂️ It pays off to do your research because i knew I was coming on an extended trip.

@Etincelle *********

not true, I just did it for 9 months. It is specifically made for entering Thailand for a 6 month period as much as you want, last entry lasting 90 days. We were praised at the border every time for having the proper visa. 🤣💯

We were literally still tourists traveling the country deciding if wanting to live here long term. It was exactly the right visa for the situation.